[VHFcontesting] JA on 6M

[jon jones]

JAs have been worked in the June VHF QSO Party contests in years past.
 
Back in the early 90s I worked a JA in the June VHF QSO Party while operating at WB0DRL's station in EM18. WB0DRL ran 1.5 KW and a Cushcraft 'Boomer' yagi on 6M. It was a tough QSO to complete. The contest thatyear had great Es. We almost made 1,000 Qs (would have been the first contest entry to do so - had about 975after dupes). Worked 49 states  - missed Hawaii. I worked JA7QVI via Es June 2006 while running 100 W and a 2 el yagi. Much easier contact. :-)
 
Here is a challenge  - try for a "Worked All States" on 6 Meters in the contest! good luck and hope the bands are open. - Jon N0JK